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Mario's 12 Weirdest Power-Up Suits

The only thing more unmistakable than Mario's theme song is his signature ensemble — at least, most of the time.

The mustachioed plumber is much more than just his overalls. Over the years, Nintendo has provided Mario with a wide array of power-ups that not only amplify gameplay, but also costumed the character in some fun and unusual suits.

Only time will tell what the future holds in terms of Mario's wardrobe. Let's hope there are even more hilarious garbs to add to his closet.

Mario's 10 Weirdest Power Up Suits

1. Boo Mario

From Super Mario Galaxy, Boo Mario appears when Mario grabs a Boo Mushroom, which disguises him as a ghost. He can levitate, become invisible, pass through walls and even make other Boos fall in love with him.

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2. Propeller Mario

This power up from New Super Mario Bros. Wii makes Mario look like Inspector Gadget, but comes in handy during gameplay.

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3. Boot Mario

The Boot Suit from Super Mario Bros. III is a rare power up that got thrown out in later generations of the game. It's probably not an efficient way of getting around, but it probably gave a lot of gamers some good laughs.

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4. Flying Squirrel Mario

Any time you give Mario a tail, expect something amazing to happen. When the plumber grabs a Super Acorn in New Super Mario Bros. U. he transforms into a puffy flying squirrel.

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5. Statue Mario

Statue Mario may be immobile in this power up, but he's invincible to enemies. Your argument is invalid, he is a rock.

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6. Frog Mario

Turning Mario into a frog in Super Mario Bros. III allowed him to jump higher and swim underwater. Luckily he didn't need a kiss from Princess Peach to transform back into himself again.

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7. Penguin Mario

Penguin Mario in New Super Mario Bros. Wii can throw ice balls at his enemies and freeze them. He's also too adorable for words.

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8. Tanooki Mario

The Tanooki Suit, besides looking like a child's onesie, was actually extremely useful in Super Mario Bros. III. In the game, you can transform Mario into a rock and drop him on your enemy.

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9. Bee Mario

Bee Mario appears in Super Mario Galaxy. That adorable little stinger is just for show, though. Like all bees, if Mario had used it, he would have died an agonizing death. He's better off just buzzing around space without stinging anyone.

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10. Cloud Mario

Cloud Mario in Super Mario Galaxy 2 controls the weather by creating clouds that he can use as platforms. The Cloud Flower in the game transform his overalls and hat into something resembling a fully, whipped topping.

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11. Rainbow Mario

Do not adjust your screen. The super special Rainbow Mario in Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 will make you feel like you might have just consumed some special brownies, but he's actually one of the coolest incarnations of Mario ever. He's not just colorful, he's invincible.

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